Asked by Angel Meyers on May 29, 2024
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Which artery supplies blood to the thigh?
A) Left carotid
B) Right subclavian
C) Celiac
D) Phrenic
E) Femoral
Femoral Artery
A major artery located in the thigh that supplies blood to the lower limb.
Supplies Blood
Refers to the circulatory system's role in delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues and removing waste products through blood circulation.
Thigh
The part of the human leg between the hip and the knee.
- Understand the significance of blood supply to various body parts and organs.
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Kathleen HayesMay 31, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
The femoral artery is the major blood vessel supplying blood to the thigh. It is a continuation of the external iliac artery and runs down the inner thigh to supply oxygenated blood to the lower limb.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the significance of blood supply to various body parts and organs.